10 Most Read February Verona-Cedar Grove Patch Stories
A monthly roundup of top local news stories on Verona-Cedar Grove Patch.
Christie Signs O'Toole Credit Card Ban into Law
College students can no longer be hassled by credit card companies on New Jersey public college campuses thanks to a new legislation signed by Gov. Chris Christie.
Police: Two Cars Stolen From Lu Nello Italian Restaurant
Two cars left idling by the valet service at Lu Nello Italian Restaurant in Cedar Grove were stolen around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, Cedar Grove police said.
Cedar Grove Woman Hospitalized After Early Morning Fire
The Cedar Grove Fire Department, along with detective bureau personnel, and the the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office are still trying to determine the cause of an early-morning fire that left an elderly Cedar Grove resident hospitalized.
Local Business Owners Sound Off on New Credit Card Surcharges
It may have snuck up on consumers, but Verona and Cedar Grove retailers have mixed feelings about a new surcharge they’re now allowed to tack on to customer costs for using credit cards.
Winter Storm Guide: Verona and Cedar Grove
Residents are getting ready to hunker down to wait out the snow after Essex County declared a state of emergency.
Police Chase Stolen Car Through Cedar Grove
Cedar Grove police officers pursued a stolen car on a high-speed chase through the township and then into Verona before the chase was called off, Cedar Grove police reported.
Former Teacher Of The Year Accepts Plea In Teen Sex Case
The West Orange High School female English teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student pleaded guilty Tuesday, Feb. 19 to endangering the welfare of a child, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s office.
Winter Storm Takes Aim at Essex County
A major winter storm in Essex County could start as early as Friday, Feb. 8 and bring strong, gusty winds, heavy snow and near white-out conditions, according to the National Weather Service Thursday.
Effects of Developer's Project Disputed by Verona Residents
Verona residents have waited patiently since June for their say on a developer’s proposal for a three-story retail and residential property with two parking lots designed for 176 and 200 Bloomfield Ave.
Beauty and the Beast Premieres at Cedar Grove High School
Cedar Grove High School will kick off its premiere of Disney's Beauty and the Beast with its first performance on Thursday.
The three performances will be held Thursday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.